Child Locked in Closet for Year | Baltimore News

A four-year-old boy was horrifically kept locked in a dark, filthy closet for hours a day for nearly a year in St. Mary’s County, Maryland — secured with a bungee cord and found nude, surrounded by trash, with no food or water. His mother, charged with felony child abuse and neglect, claimed it was due to his special needs and tendency to elope. The home was a disaster zone, overrun with pests and filth, with other children present. Despite the severity of charges — including up to 15 years in prison — the couple was released on their own recognizance. Authorities urge the public to report suspected abuse, as this case was uncovered thanks to a tip. Experts warn that children with disabilities are especially vulnerable, and intervention is critical. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/180719f30778bfbc